Dr. Yuri Kostyrko Family Dentistry
1243 Islington Ave, Suite #904 M8X 1Y9 Toronto, ON, Canada

Happy National Dentist Day Dr. Yuri Kostyrko! We would like to thank you for all your hard work, skills, dedication and care P.S. National Dentist’s Day falls on March 6th every year. It was established as a way to show appreciation and thanks for dentists. It’s also a way to bring awareness to dentistry so that people will know more about how to care for their teeth. It also encourages people who may have avoided going to the dentist to come in for a checkup.

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Here are some helpful tips and tricks how to keep your child’s teeth happy and healthy

It’s National Children’s Dental Health Month - and it’s also a great time to reflect on the importance of preventive dentistry when it comes to ensuring the health of little smiles (and adult smiles, too )

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What is a Complete Oral Exam? A complete oral exam is a diagnostic exam that a dental professional will do to gather all the necessary information for your mouth and oral health. The purpose of the exam is to collect information regarding your oral and overall health. A complete oral exam will usually be completed at your first appointment to a new dentist so that the new dentist can obtain baseline information, as well as every few years to update all current information an...d charting. Complete Oral Exam Procedure Your dental professional will use this exam as a time to make sure all information is present and up to date. Here is a list of what may take place at a complete oral exam: Updating medical history. Oral health and overall health have many correlations Charting any missing, chipped, broken or decayed teeth Charting any existing fillings, crowns, bridges, implants, root canals or prosthetics Assessing the condition of previous dental restorative work Checking for early signs of throat or mouth cancer Checking the lymph nodes and neck for any signs of abnormalities Assessing the position and occlusion of the teeth Assessing the jaw joint and checking for signs of grinding or clenching Gum measurements to check for gum disease Dental x-rays to check areas between your teeth that aren’t visible during the clinical exam Photos of your teeth as a reference point to check for changes to dental work over time Recommendations for an oral self-care regiment at home and a treatment plan if any dental work is required/recommended Any referrals to specialists such as an orthodontist, periodontist or oral surgeon if required Benefits of a Complete Oral Exam The importance of the complete oral exam is to provide a full assessment and catch/diagnose any issues in an early stage. Between each comprehensive oral exam, your dentist will do a check-up called a recall exam. The recall exam will be done every 6-12 months based on need and will check tooth and gum health and address any of your concerns. While the recall exam is beneficial, it lacks many of the diagnostic tools and assessments used in a complete oral exam. A comprehensive oral exam is recommended every 3 to 5 years, or more frequently based on need.

A habit of gargling can keep your teeth and mouth clean. Do it after every meal!

Do Color Codes on a Tube of Toothpaste Mean Anything?

How to clean an Infants oral cavity! Remember Prevention starts at an early age and goes a long way in preventing Dental problems at later stages of life. Video Credit: Irais Guizar

Dear patients, We just wanted to reach out and let you know that we're still in the process of rescheduling patients following our closure period. If you still haven't received your first appointment date, not to worry; we haven't forgotten you! We were required to reopen with limited capacity to ensure physical distancing in the clinic, which reduces the number of patients we can see daily. When we first opened, we saw the patients who had the most urgent care needs. At this... time, we are working toward re-booking appointments for all of our patients. Please note that, due to our new health-and-safety guidelines and related schedule limitations, we will have limited ability to reschedule appointments to an alternate time. We very much appreciate your patience and thank you for your understanding as we continue to work through this transitional time! Important Reminder: Our added safety protocols will make your next appointment look a little different. Patients will play a huge role in maintaining a safe clinic environment, so every patient (and guardian) is required to review our detailed guidelines. It is very important that you know what to expect before you come in, and there are action items that you must complete before your appointment. We look forward to seeing you at your first visit back!